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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 02, 1955

Page

10

Nuxhall Wins 15th as Reds Rally Past Giants

Cincinnati defeated New York 7-4 behind Joe Nuxhall who earned his 13th win of the season. Harmon powered the attack with a homer and a double, while Roy McMillan and Gus Bell added key hits as Cincinnati Reds extend series with Milwaukee Braves. Art Fowler scheduled to start next for Reds against Warren Spann.

Aunwaunke Wis Cincinnati Redlegs Milwaukee Braves Reds Braves New York Giants Brooklyn New York Charlie Harmon Giants Harmon Wally Post Gus Bell Cincinnati Pound’ Fay Redlegs Roy McMillan Joe Nuxhall Johnny Temple McMil Lan Hogs Dusty ‘Who Alvin Nushall

Costa Aims to Avenge Loss in Madison Square Garden Night

Costa, a 26-2-4 fighter, returns from vacation to face Bell after beating Joey Lopes and outpointing Lula Perez. The bout headlines a 10sp card broadcast from Madison Square Garden with Costa as a 2-1 favorite over rival Pe Peemennte.

Chubby Costa Madison Square Garden Saddler Eerie Ofachsee

A A Runnerup Race Tightens in League Standings

The AA Association runnersup race tightens as Omaha beats St Paul, closing to within one percentage point of Denver Louisville and St Paul for second place behind Minneapolis. Toledo’s bid for first division playoff life weakens after a split with Indianapolis. Minneapolis edged Denver 6 5 in a double overtime seven inning opener. Louisville fell to Charleston 2 0.

Associated Press Jean Association Omaha St. Paul Denver Louisville Minneapolis Aleady Toledo Sox Indianapolis Indians Charleston

Toledo Alumni Hold Second Hole in One Tournament

The University of Toledo Alumni held its second annual Hole-in-One Tournament with a car prize for each ace. Judy Masel, 13, delivered a dramatic shot on 140 yards, the ball bouncing near the green and dropping into the cup for a hole in one, becoming the evening’s second customer at the event.

Toledo University of Toledo Ast Open Judy Masel Wood

Red Sox Recall 12 From Minors

Red Sox recall twelve players from minor leagues in Boston moves. The group includes infielder Billy Consolo and Army captain AL Van Alstyne along with others likely from the Pacific Coast League.

Red Sox

Red's Coach Dies in Dayton Hospital

Charles A. Mitchell, 62, longtime football coach who mentored Red Grange in Wheaton and later coached at Massillon and Youngstown, died yesterday in a Dayton hospital after a career shaping high school and college players including Grange.

Dayto Ted Grange Dayton Charles A. Mitchell Grange Wheaton Red University of Minols Mitchell Massilion Youngstown

Rain Could Cost Leafs Tie in IL

Rain could cost the Leafs a tie in Illinois as teams battle for playoff positioning. The article notes tensions around a key game, with teams like the Chiefs looming and standings tight for the fourth playoff spot. Entities include Leafs and Chiefs in a Western region match with playoff implications.

Leafs Sinntes Bae Hind al Sy Chiefs Ain 1 Fay Syren Real

Offseason Actor and NFL Halfback Buffaloed by Odds

Beaumont, Texas fighter Fame rrant, 44, stops a Babe movie. Vance, 148, Dallas, Oakland, Calif. Ralph Dupas, 139, New Orleans, draws with Leonard Gaines, 186, Oakland. Los Angeles Salas, 21s, stops Epifanio Garcia, 127, Mexico, 7. Bill. Still, Detroit Lions halfback from UCLA, works as a movie extra in Hollywood during the off-season.

Beaumont Tex Fame Rrant San Antonio Babe) Vance Daloa Oakland Calif Ralph Dupas New Orleans Drew Leonard Gaines Los Angeles Lauro Salas Epifanion Garcia Mexico Bill Detroit Lions UCLA Hollywood

Lane Rebuked Apologizes for Umpire Outburst

New York AP reports Lane publicly apologized for berating umpire Langue during a Chicago White Sox vs Boston game in which Larry Napp sided with a Boston player. Commissioner Ford fined Lane $500 and demanded a formal apology to Mr Harridge and Chicago fans. Lane defended his actions as a response to Napp’s handling of the incident and the subsequent bench protests.

NEW York Frank Lane Langue al Harri S Lane Chicago White Sox Larry Napp Boston Ford Frick Harridge Napp Napp P Duzout Lollar Emily Post Jess T Hubbard

TV Logan Battle For Title In Sundown League Play

Edwards and TV Logan meet for the Sundown League second-half championship after regular play ended 7-3 records. Edwards staged a seven-game win streak to reach the playoff, while Nick's Wine Shop fell to Edwards earlier in the game. Pitcher Earl McGee earned the win, with strong support from teammates in a high‑stakes matchup tonight.

Edwards TV Logan Merchants Edwards Nick's Wine Shop Pare Savarashres Pat Davis Enarie Thompson Earl McGeee Toad Arun Whitcraft Ela Earl McGee Nall Hawk Mts Ale Tucker Merchants Athen Ty. Sotttall Langue Jaycees

Snead Hopes To Build Ryder Cup Points

Wethersfield Conn UP Several of the nation s top golf professionals including Sam Snead tee off in the 20000 Insurance City Open scrambling for berths on the 11 8 Ryder Cup team to be chosen after final round Monday.

Snead Ryder Wethersfield Conn Sam Snead Insurance City

Bucks Look All Right in Coach Woody's Nod

Columbus report quotes Coach Woody claiming the Bucks look good after a recent practice. The piece lists players and potential Ryder Cup links, mentions OSU versus Nebraska in a season opener, and notes several names such as Don Suthern and Ken Vargo among the running and football context.

Columbus Woody Ailfic Ogee Dany Rey Gol Wethersfield Country Frankwood Springs W. Va Yachets Jerry’ ‘Harkrater Athens Alsteight America Howard’ Hop Doug Ford Yonkers N. Y Ths Atone Cassady Ayer Francis Machin Dick Guy Jackson Cary Tommy Ohana Ieee Tech OSU Nebraska Bob

Exhibitions for Rookies Says 49er's Red Strader Moraga Prep

Excerpted from a Moraga report coach Norman Red Strader of the San Francisco 49ers treats pre season games as rookie testing grounds He assigns Dicky Moegle Rice Institute to left halfback Sunday against the Chicago Cardinals John Henry Johnson shifts to defense Moegle’s vacancy and Carroll Hardy replaces injured Hugh Stuckney at right halfback Ollie Matson moves to halfback with Dave Mann and Johnny Olszewski at fullback Arizona Cardinals rely on sophomore Lazar Hen at quarterback The lineup features fresh faces for a marquee West Coast tilt with Chicago and Detroit earlier wins

Streer John Henry Johson Moegle Strader D8ers Jon Cardinals Freshcen Carroll Hardy Colorado Hugh Stckineany Cardinals Chicago Bears Detroit Liong Ollie Matson University of San Francisco

Hamilton Nine Wins ASA Crown

Hamilton defeats Columbus Faster Packers 5-2 to claim the state ASA softball title. Wade Fannin earned the win in relief of starter Cleveland Pendergrass, tossing a no hit effort through the seventh inning while Pendergrass issued two hits and three walks. Hamilton advances to the regional tournament Friday in Toledo representing Ohio.

Toledo Hamilton Depohl Beers Ohio Columbus Faster Packers Wade Fannin Cleveland Pendergrass Columbus Pendergrass

Coach Jack Shank Resigns at Eastern Jack Shank Resigns

Coach Jack Shank of Tuppers Plains Eastern has resigned to take a newly offered position. Hartsell Dodrill, Chester coach, is expected to take on coaching duties at both schools.

Jack Shank Eastern Tuppers Plains Hartsell Dodrill Chester

Friday Schedule and Results Across Multiple Cities

Friday schedule includes Chicago at Cleveland 7 pm Washington at New York 2 pm Detroit at Kansas City 8 pm Boston at Baltimore 7 pm. Thursday results list Cincinnati 7 New York 4 Brooklyn 6 Milwaukee 3 Pittsburgh 7 St Louis 6. Saturday schedule shows Detroit at Kansas City 8 pm Chicago at Cleveland 1 pm Washington at New York 1 pm.

Hicago Teveland New York Boston Detroit Kansas City Washington Baltimore Chicago Cleveland New’ York Philadelphia Cincinnati Pittsburgh Brooklyn Milwaukee St. Louis Buffalo Columbus Richmond Rochester Toronto Havana Syracuse Montreal

Athens and Plains Scrimmage Ends In Tight Deadlock

Athens High School and Plains tied 1 1 in a scrimmage at Bulldog field as Athens defense held firm. Coach George Ricer praised the reserve strength and noted Plains coach Marion Wood called the session not bad after seven practices. A rematch is set for next Wednesday.

Athens High School Seco Indians Bulldog Field George Ricer Athens Riser Marion Wood Indians Vag Gasns Larry Hughes Brent Commwell Tom "Evans Jin Vessa

Lopez Taps The Barber For Chisox

In Cleveland Sal The Barber Maglie starts for the Indians against the Chicago White Sox in a four game set for the AL lead. Maglie’s first Cleveland start since his sale from the Giants last month follows a 7-5 loss in Washington. Connie Johnson faces him after a 6-0 shutout of Cleveland last July in Chicago. The White Sox lead the Indians and Yankees by a half game and embark on a 19 game tour, with five homestands left. Cleveland Manager Al Lopez cites Maglie as a curveball specialist to counter the Sox. Early Wynn is set to start for Cleveland tomorrow, with Bob Lemon and Mike Garcia in a Sunday doubleheader. The White Sox schedule features Billy Pierce, Jack Harshman, and Dick Donovan in the final three games.

Cleveland Sal Barber Indians Chicago White Sox Maglie New York Giants Tribe Washington Coniile Johnson Lily Chicago White Sox New York Tilees Ice Kansas City al Lopez Maziie Sox Chi Early Wynn Bob Levien Mike Garcia

Snyder Smail Meet Sunday

Boxing notes recount Snyder and Smail facing Sunday in a meet with entries from various cities. The New York boxing commission bans mustaches in the ring. Scores from Charleston Louisville Omaha Indianapolis Toledo Minneapolis Denver and other sites are listed with a curfew after 12 innings.

American Association Minneapolis Louteville Omaha Enecien Toledo New York Boxing Commis Paul Stan Indianapolis Charleston Ring Louisville St. Paul

Competition Rolls On In Waterford Skeet Shootout

Waterford Biennial Skeet Shooting tournament continues after a shoot-off Thursday night leaving a field of contenders. Final two teams will feature Mia Mandel and Harry Altice from Chicago, George Young and Ben Drorio from Camp Pendleton, Robert Rath and Jay Swardenska of Winnetka, among others, competing for 1975 honors.

Waterford Bien Carola Mandel Chicago George A” Young Camp Pendleton Calif Ben’ Drorio Utica Borsalin George Stalcus

Browns Rams Play Tonight With Rookie Starters

Los Angeles hosts Cleveland as two rookie players will start the game. Ron Waller of Maryland, the club’s second draft choice, will start at right halfback for the Rams. Bob Smith from Nebraska is slated to replace Ray Renfro at left halfback for the Browns, while Norman Van Brocklin and George Rattan churn out offense at quarterback.

Los Angeles Cleveland Browns Ron Waller Maryland Alfoack Paul Brown Browns Bob Smithrom Nebraska Ray Renfro Norman van Brocklin George Ratterman

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Nuxhall John W. Kolb Litte al Curtis Bob Smith Rock Arky Kemmerer Dick Gergescoting Frank “Salzone Oasibie Joe Buck Se Donce Louivlle Elvde Bullseye Red Kolb Ferany Michigan State Ripon Kyle's Kay Earnhardt Logan Elkridge Kent Mill Regal Squire Kent Miller 49Er Red Strader ASA Plains Prac Lopez Chisox Smail Browning Caeaya Swearingen Scotts Scornne Steacer Wolfe Hardware S. Court Athens, Ohio Rams Sinclair George L. Smith Sinclair Products
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